skill-creator

Generate Claude skill skeletons with SKILL.md templates and packaging scripts.

1|Updated Mar 20, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #template #validation #packaging #skill-creation #cli-tools

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/Thomashighbaugh/opencode --skill skill-creator-thomashighbaugh

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-creator
Source: https://github.com/Thomashighbaugh/opencode/tree/main/skills/skill-creator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Thomashighbaugh/opencode --skill skill-creator-thomashighbaugh

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Solves the need for quickly scaffolding consistent Claude skills by providing a complete template and example resources.

Core Features & Use Cases

Template scaffolding: Generates a SKILL.md with proper frontmatter and a structured guide.
Example resource templates: Includes example scripts, references, and assets to illustrate bundling.
Usage planning & packaging: Facilitates planning, validation, and packaging workflows for new skills.

Quick Start

Run the initialization script to scaffold a new skill directory with a SKILL.md template and sample resources.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-creator

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I scaffold a new Claude skill with a valid SKILL.md template?▼

Run the initialization script to scaffold a new skill directory with a SKILL.md template, example scripts, references, and assets to ensure consistent skill creation.

What is the best way to package and validate a skill for Claude?▼

Use the provided package_skill.py and quick_validate.py scripts to validate metadata consistency and package the skill directory for deployment.

Can I use these skill creation scripts to update an existing skill directory?▼

Yes, the template-driven workflow applies to both bootstrapping new skills and updating existing ones by providing a ready-to-customize structure.

Do I need any dependencies installed to run the skill creation scripts?▼

No, the skill-creator skill has zero external dependencies, allowing you to run the initialization, validation, and packaging scripts immediately.

What structure does the generated skill skeleton include?▼

The generated skeleton includes a SKILL.md with proper frontmatter, a structured guide, example scripts, references, and asset directories.

Why does my custom skill lack consistency across different projects?▼

Without a template-driven skill creation process, manual scaffolding leads to inconsistent frontmatter and missing validation, which the init_skill.py script resolves.